2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 168 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | 460 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
